Trying to make sure the wires are correct because battery getting too hot?

Tiny
TIMOTHY ROSSON
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  • 2008 DODGE RAM
  • 4.7L
  • V8
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 165,000 MILES
Bought truck used but it has a lot of electrical issues just want to start from scratch to make sure it's wired correctly.
Thursday, September 25th, 2025 AT 7:02 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Good call, which wires do you want to make sure are good, also if the battery is getting hot it is being over charged, here is a guide to help confirm the charging voltage.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-a-car-alternator

Let me know o the wiring. Please go over this guide and get back to us.

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Friday, September 26th, 2025 AT 10:05 AM

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